February 11, 2026

Mark Carney Reports Positive Talk with Trump on Controversial Canada-US Bridge

Mark Carney said he had a positive talk with Donald Trump after the US President threatened to block the $4.6bn Gordie Howe Bridge. Trump falsely claimed the bridge has little US content. Carney emphasized shared ownership and work by both Canadian and US workers.

February 10, 2026

Hong Kong Investors Rethink Panama Port Stakes After Court Cancels CK Hutchison Deal

Hong Kong investors are reviewing their stakes in Panama after a court canceled CK Hutchison’s port contract. City leader John Lee urges Panama to ensure fair treatment for Hong Kong companies and backs Beijing’s efforts.

February 10, 2026

Norway Orders Public Probe Into Foreign Ministry Ties to Jeffrey Epstein

Norway's parliament has agreed to a rare external inquiry into its Foreign Ministry's links to Jeffrey Epstein. Top officials, including ex-PM Thorbjoern Jagland and ambassador Mona Juul, face police corruption investigations amid new Epstein-related revelations.

February 10, 2026

Buddhist Monks End 3,700km Walk for Peace in Washington D.C.

Two dozen Buddhist monks reached Washington D.C. after a long 3,700 km walk across nine states. Braving cold and storms, their Walk for Peace spreads a message of kindness amid US tensions.

February 10, 2026

Pakistan Reverses Boycott; India vs Pakistan T20 World Cup Match Set for Sunday

Pakistan cancelled its boycott and will play India in the Sunday T20 World Cup clash in Colombo. Fans, players, and officials from both countries are thrilled. The game, key for cricket and business, goes ahead after intense talks involving ICC and governments.